Disney History Institute Podcast
The Disney History Institute Podcast--exploring the history of animation and of early cinematic amusement parks.
Episodes
The story of Disney World's First Christmas in 1971.
Making Mary Poppins Dates:
Burbank - Dec 18 - https://burbank.libnet.info/event/14864592
Walt's Barn - Dec 21 - https://www.instagram.com/p/DSGOw5Xkx5l/?img_index=2
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Changes to the film and streaming market--and how these changes will affect Disney.
Making Mary Poppins Dates:
Burbank - Dec 18 - https://burbank.libnet.info/event/14864592
Walt's Barn - Dec 21 - https://www.instagram.com/p/DSGOw5Xkx5l/?img_index=2
Bandcamp subscriptions: dhipodcast.bandcamp.com
How did Disneyland start the traditions of the holiday parade and the Candlelight Processional? This is the story of Disneyland's second Christmas--and beyond.
Updated information for the Making Mary Poppins event in Orlando on December 13: www.eventbrite.com/e/disney-history-author-meet-and-greet-todd-james-pierce-tickets-1976246325960
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Our monthly exploration of news inside the Disney Company. In this episode:
- Zootopia 2 and the Changing Cultural Landscape of Disney Films
- The Difficulties of Planning for America's 250th Inside a Theme Park
- A Wave of Opening Date and Timeline Announcements for Disney World
- And More
Bandcamp subscriptions:
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Links to live events:
Books and Books - Coral Gables (Miami) - Dec 7. https://shop.booksand...
The story of Disneyland's first Christmas in 1955.
Link to Disneyland's First Christmas video: www.youtube.com/watch?v=VLt3XdZ_LTs
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Our monthly exploration of news inside the Disney Company. In this episode:
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A set of Thanksgiving stories that we've written and recorded over years past, from balloons in the sky to turkeys on Main Street. 2025.
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Our monthly news and analysis episode. In this Update:
- Possible changes to the Tiki Room
- Surge pricing on tickets
- An unusual new store at Disney Springs
- A new attraction opens at Animal Kingdom
- and more
Bandcamp subscriptions:
dhipodcast.bandcamp.com
Making Mary Poppins (book):
Amazon: amzn.to/4mhHUaU
Independent Booksellers: shorturl.at/qTosR
Event Links:
December 1 - Los Angeles – Book Soup – Link: booksoup.com/eve...
The story of Mary Blair, the person who is often described as Walt Disney's favorite artist. Part Twenty-Two.
Bandcamp subscriptions:
dhipodcast.bandcamp.com
Making Mary Poppins (book):
Amazon: amzn.to/4mhHUaU
Independent Booksellers: shorturl.at/qTosR
Event Links:
Nov 23 – Tampa – Oxford Exchange – Line: www.eventbrite.com/e/todd-james-pierce-making-mary-poppins-tickets-1804363683349
December 1 - Los Angeles – Book Soup – Li...
The story of Mary Blair, the person who is often described as Walt Disney's favorite artist. Part Twenty-One.
Bandcamp subscriptions:
dhipodcast.bandcamp.com
Making Mary Poppins (book):
Amazon: amzn.to/4mhHUaU
Independent Booksellers: shorturl.at/qTosR
Event Links:
Nov 23 – Tampa – Oxford Exchange – Line: www.eventbrite.com/e/todd-james-pierce-making-mary-poppins-tickets-1804363683349
December 1 - Los Angeles – Book Soup – Li...
The story of Mary Blair, the person who is often described as Walt Disney's favorite artist. Part Twenty.
Bandcamp subscriptions:
dhipodcast.bandcamp.com
Making Mary Poppins (book):
Amazon: amzn.to/4mhHUaU
Independent Booksellers: shorturl.at/qTosR
Event Links:
Nov 23 – Tampa – Oxford Exchange – Line: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/todd-james-pierce-making-mary-poppins-tickets-1804363683349
December 1 - Los Angeles – Book Sou...
Tyrus Wong was the artist who shaped the environmental presentation of Bambi, relying on the influence of Chinese traditions in painting. A reading from a biography of his life, Background Artist, and a discussion with its author, Karen Fang
Link to Karen Fang's book on Tyrus Wong: https://amzn.to/4qp2wjX
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In the late 1960s, those who worked with Walt wrote down memories of their time with him--memories that were mostly forgotten until now. Volume Three.
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dhipodcast.bandcamp.com
Making Mary Poppins (pre-order book):
Amazon: amzn.to/4mhHUaU
Independent Booksellers: shorturl.at/qTosR
Our monthly news magazine focused on the Disney Company. In this episode:
- Updates to Frozen Ever After at EPCOT
- Opening Timeline for Rock 'n' Roller Coaster with The Muppets
- Updates on Rivers of America Construction
- Updates on Zootopia: Better Zoogether
- Permit Updates for Disneyland Forward
- Price Increases at the Parks (and Ways to Save)
- And More
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Our monthly news magazine focused on the Disney Company. In this episode:
- Unusual trademark battles over Mickey Mouse
- How the Jimmy Kimmel Live issue changed the near future of the Disney Company
- Disney food programs to help those in need
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The story of Mary Blair, the person who is often described as Walt Disney's favorite artist. Part Nineteen.
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The new book - Making Mary Poppins (out Nov. 11):
Amazon: amzn.to/4mhHUaU
Independent Booksellers: shorturl.at/qTosR
The story of Mary Blair, the person who is often described as Walt Disney's favorite artist. Part Eighteen.
Bandcamp Subscriptions: dhipodcast.bandcamp.com
The new book - Making Mary Poppins (out Nov. 11):
Amazon: amzn.to/4mhHUaU
Independent Booksellers: shorturl.at/qTosR
The story of Mary Blair, the person who is often described as Walt Disney's favorite artist. Part Seventeen.
Bandcamp Subscriptions: dhipodcast.bandcamp.com
The new book - Making Mary Poppins (out Nov. 11):
Amazon: amzn.to/4mhHUaU
Independent Booksellers: shorturl.at/qTosR
Looking to add something new to your next trip to Disney World? We explore a trio of unique experiences now available at the Florida resort.
Bandcamp Subscriptions: dhipodcast.bandcamp.com
The new book - Making Mary Poppins (out Nov. 11):
Amazon: amzn.to/4mhHUaU
Independent Booksellers: shorturl.at/qTosR
The news from Destination D. And what it means for the future of the Disney Company.
Bandcamp Subscriptions: dhipodcast.bandcamp.com
The new book - Making Mary Poppins (out Nov. 11):
Amazon: amzn.to/4mhHUaU
Independent Booksellers: shorturl.at/qTosR
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